FBCCI

FBCCI Urges Small Enterprises in International Trade Fairs

The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industries (FBCCI) is urging for greater involvement of marginal, small, and medium enterprises in international trade fairs. This initiative aims to spotlight Bangladesh’s promising... Read more »
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Ambassador Imran: Legal Remittance Key to Bangladesh’s Growth

Bangladesh’s Ambassador to the United States (US), Muhammad Imran, has urged Bangladeshi expatriates to send remittances through legal channels to further strengthen the country’s economy. He also encouraged them to showcase the... Read more »

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Diplomats, Media Figures Convene to Shape Russo-African Media Relations

Russia and Africa have joined forces to craft a comprehensive information strategy, as revealed during the Second International Journalists Forum held on Thursday, April 18, both online and offline. Organized by the... Read more »
World Bank

World Bank says $3.15bn Illicitly Transferred from Bangladesh Annually

The World Bank reported that approximately $3.15 billion is illicitly transferred out of Bangladesh each year through offshore accounts. Citing the State of the Tax Justice Report 2020, the World Bank stated... Read more »
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IMF Downgrades Bangladesh’s Growth Forecast to 5.7% for FY 2023-24

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has once again lowered its growth forecast for Bangladesh’s economy to 5.7 percent for the current fiscal year of 2023-24. This revision was outlined in the IMF’s... Read more »
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China’s Q1 GDP growth solid but March data shows demand still feeble

China’s economy grew faster-than-expected in the first quarter, data showed on Tuesday, offering some relief to officials as they try to shore up growth in the face of protracted weakness in the... Read more »
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Bangladesh Surpasses India, Pakistan in Prosperity Despite Freedom Index Setback

Bangladesh outpaced its South Asian neighbors, India and Pakistan, in terms of prosperity in 2023, although a concerning setback in the Freedom Index shadowed the triumph. According to the report “Freedom and... Read more »
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How Iran-Israel war may cost Bangladesh economy

In recent months, Bangladesh’s economy has shown signs of recovery, particularly in export earnings and inward remittances. The volatility in the foreign exchange market has also begun to ease after over a... Read more »
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Middle East, world cannot ‘afford more war’: UN chief

United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned the international community Sunday against deeper descent into conflict, addressing the Security Council during a meeting over Iran’s weekend attack on Israel. “Neither the... Read more »
Agriculture

Govt Plans 10% Annual Growth in Agriculture by 2025-26

The Bangladesh government has allocated Tk 385 billion for agricultural development over the next three years, aiming for an average annual growth of 10% in the sector by the 2025-26 fiscal year.... Read more »